Key takeaways from Jack Smith’s testimony to House Judiciary Committee
Smith, a former career federal prosecutor who led the special counsel probe into Trump prior to his reelection, testified last month for eight hours.
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Supreme Court tariffs case, Fed chair pick loom as twin tests for Trump’s economic agenda in 2026
Supreme Court weighs Trump tariff authority while White House prepares to name next Fed chair, with both decisions carrying major economic implications.
DOGE says agencies cut $1.6B in federal contracts, flags spending on Somalia, HHS web services
Federal agencies axed contracts including $47M Somalia military support and $19.5M health website as DOGE pushes government efficiency under President Trump.
Hochul orders NY landmarks, including One World Trade Center, lit green for Muslim American Heritage Month
New York's governor declared January Muslim American Heritage Month, illuminating 16 landmarks, including One World Trade Center, in green to celebrate.
US appeals court strikes down California’s open-carry ban in major Second Amendment ruling
A federal appeals court struck down California's open-carry ban affecting 95% of state residents, ruling the restrictions violate Second Amendment rights.
Mamdani announces new Office of Mass Engagement; says he needed a ‘clean slate’ to govern New York City
Mamdani continues NYC reform agenda with new civic engagement office and judicial recruitment changes, promising greater transparency as Adams era ends.
New York Republicans call for independent fraud investigation following Minnesota revelations
Following SBA suspension of 6,900 Minnesota borrowers over suspected fraud, New York senators called for an independent audit of state programs to protect taxpayers.